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Phoenix Rising by Pip Ballantine & Tee Morris

April 2011

A Ministry of Peculiar Occurrences Novel:  Book 1

Evil is most assuredly afoot—and Britain’s fate rests in the hands of an alluring renegade . . . and a librarian.

These are dark days indeed in Victoria’s England. Londoners are vanishing, then reappearing, washing up as corpses on the banks of the Thames, drained of blood and bone. Yet the Ministry of Peculiar Occurrences—the Crown’s clandestine organization whose bailiwick is the strange and unsettling—will not allow its agents to investigate. Fearless and exceedingly lovely Eliza D. Braun, however, with her bulletproof corset and a disturbing fondness for dynamite, refuses to let the matter rest . . . and she’s prepared to drag her timorous new partner, Wellington Books, along with her into the perilous fray.

For a malevolent brotherhood is operating in the deepening London shadows, intent upon the enslavement of all Britons. And Books and Braun—he with his encyclopedic brain and she with her remarkable devices—must get to the twisted roots of a most nefarious plot . . . or see England fall to the Phoenix!

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Insta-Coffee Title: Sunshine Boy
Author: Nicky Silber
Cover Art: Nicky Silber
Genres: Action Adventure, Mystery /Suspense /Intrigue, New Releases, Romance, Romantic Comedy
Themes: 20th Century, Dark Romance, LGBTQ+ Bisexual /Nonbinary /Transgender, LGBTQ+ Gay, Multicultural & Interracial, Rock Star Romance
Series: Electric Blue (#2)
Multiverse: Punks of London (#1)
Book Length: Novel
Page Count: 187

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What if they’re not just friends? It could be murder!

After Julian’s sister sets him up with a charming Frenchman, Rahul thinks he may be getting over Julian, especially since Julian is back with his ex, Michael. Their band is finally taking off and the future seems bright. Then Julian hints he may return Rahul’s feelings. But what might happen if they become more than friends?

WARNING: Violence, Drinking/Substance use, Mentions of murder, Trauma/PTSD.
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Sunshine Boy (Electric Blue 2)
Nicky Silber
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Copyright ©2026 Nicky Silber

Julian’s flat was a disaster, but Mel couldn’t be sure if it was on account of Julian tearing the place apart in a fit of pique or if it was always like this. Based on what his room had been like when she and her big brother had lived at home, she didn’t really doubt this was just the way he lived.

Mel hadn’t been here since the day Julian had moved in three years ago. She saw enough of her brother at the place where they worked, the place where they drank, and the place where they performed. She hardly needed to come round his place to get even more time with the manic muppet.

Julian even did devastation manic. He was pacing around the living room, pulling at his hair, talking a mile a minute. Coffee Time Romance & More
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Insta-Coffee Title: Sunshine BoyAuthor: Nicky SilberCover Art: Nicky SilberGenres: Action Adventure, Mystery /Suspense /Intrigue, New Releases, Romance, Romantic ComedyThemes: 20th Century, Dark Romance, LGBTQ+ Bisexual /Nonbinary /Transgender, LGBTQ+ Gay, Multicultural & Interracial, Rock Star RomanceSeries: Electric Blue (#2)Multiverse: Punks of London (#1)Book Length: NovelPage Count: 187DescriptionWhat if they’re not just friends? It could be murder!After Julian’s sister sets him up with a charming Frenchman, Rahul thinks he may be getting over Julian, especially since Julian is back with his ex, Michael. Their band is finally taking off and the future seems bright. Then Julian hints he may return Rahul’s feelings. But what might happen if they become more than friends?WARNING: Violence, Drinking/Substance use, Mentions of murder, Trauma/PTSD.ExcerptSunshine Boy (Electric Blue 2)Nicky SilberAll rights reserved.Copyright ©2026 Nicky SilberJulian’s flat was a disaster, but Mel couldn’t be sure if it was on account of Julian tearing the place apart in a fit of pique or if it was always like this. Based on what his room had been like when she and her big brother had lived at home, she didn’t really doubt this was just the way he lived.Mel hadn’t been here since the day Julian had moved in three years ago. She saw enough of her brother at the place where they worked, the place where they drank, and the place where they performed. She hardly needed to come round his place to get even more time with the manic muppet.Julian even did devastation manic. He was pacing around the living room, pulling at his hair, talking a mile a minute. Coffee Time Romance & More##instacoffee ##BookRecommendations ##SunshineBoy ##smutlovers #Action/Adventure ##interracialromance ##MysteryRomance ##RomanticComedy ##smut ##PunksOfLondon ##FriendstoLovers ##booklovers #LGBTQ ##TransgenderBooks ##sizzlingreadshttps://coffeetimeromance.com/?p=299846

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Insta-Coffee Title: At the Border of Destiny
Author: C. Quince
Publisher: NineStar Press
Release Date: 09/08/2026
Heat Level: 2 - Fade to Black Sex
Pairing: Male/Male
Length: 360
Genre: Historical Fantasy, Historical Fantasy, Heroic Fantasy, Sword & Sorcery, Folk Horror, Low Fantasy, Folklore, Epic Battles, non-explicit romance, fifteenth century, medieval England, magic, witchcraft, ghosts, royalty, Christians, Pagans, knights, interracial/intercultural, political intrigue, uprising, HEA

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Murad is an Imperial Messenger, and he has a secret... He’s a witch.

On a visit to the foreign court of Mercia in Britain, he has a vision of the crown prince, Aaron, in serious trouble.

In his desire to save Aaron’s life, Murad becomes entangled in Mercia’s political strife, border disputes, and rising Paganism.

At the heart of the conspiracy, Murad encounters a powerful blood witch who has plans to sow division in the land.

Her magic is too strong for Murad on his own, so he seeks out new allies in two very different witches: a green witch, and a Viking seer.

As lines are drawn in the sand, both at court and on the battlefield, Murad stands with Aaron, bolstered by their allies. Together, they can unite Mercia for good.
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At the Border of Destiny
C. Quince © 2026
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Late February — London, the Kingdom of Wessex

The busy port of London straddled the River Thames on the border between two kingdoms, Wessex and Mercia. Coffee Time Romance & More
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Insta-Coffee Title: At the Border of DestinyAuthor: C. QuincePublisher: NineStar PressRelease Date: 09/08/2026Heat Level: 2 - Fade to Black SexPairing: Male/MaleLength: 360Genre: Historical Fantasy, Historical Fantasy, Heroic Fantasy, Sword & Sorcery, Folk Horror, Low Fantasy, Folklore, Epic Battles, non-explicit romance, fifteenth century, medieval England, magic, witchcraft, ghosts, royalty, Christians, Pagans, knights, interracial/intercultural, political intrigue, uprising, HEAAdd to Goodreads DescriptionMurad is an Imperial Messenger, and he has a secret... He’s a witch.On a visit to the foreign court of Mercia in Britain, he has a vision of the crown prince, Aaron, in serious trouble.In his desire to save Aaron’s life, Murad becomes entangled in Mercia’s political strife, border disputes, and rising Paganism.At the heart of the conspiracy, Murad encounters a powerful blood witch who has plans to sow division in the land.Her magic is too strong for Murad on his own, so he seeks out new allies in two very different witches: a green witch, and a Viking seer.As lines are drawn in the sand, both at court and on the battlefield, Murad stands with Aaron, bolstered by their allies. Together, they can unite Mercia for good.ExcerptAt the Border of DestinyC. Quince © 2026All Rights Reserved Late February — London, the Kingdom of Wessex The busy port of London straddled the River Thames on the border between two kingdoms, Wessex and Mercia. Coffee Time Romance & More##HeroicFantasy ##PoliticalIntrigue ##HistoricalFantasy ##Witchcraft ##GhostStory ##booktok ##FifteenthCentury ##Folklore ##TBR ##LowFantasy ##AtTheBorderOfDestiny #HEA ##FolkHorror ##bookstagram #knights ##NonExplicitRomancehttps://coffeetimeromance.com/?p=299973

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Insta-Coffee In this clever and surprising thriller about the perils of modern dating and the female rage it sometimes inspires, a board game designer starts playing by her own rules, and losers won’t be tolerated.

The friendship game. The dating game. The end game. For board game designer Tilda Smith they’re all necessary steps on the path to finding happiness. And by structuring her life according to a set of rules, just like in the games that she loves to create at her job, Tilda can finally win.

The only problem? The other players don’t know they’re playing by Tilda’s rules. She’s fair. Very fair, in fact. But then one night her date pushes her too far and she gets just a bit carried away. Any player who disappoints must face consequences, right? But as Tilda finds herself transporting a body in a laundry bag, she has to question how to make the punishment fit the crime.

And now someone is watching Tilda and playing a game of their own. Will they turn the tables on her, or can she figure out a way to best them? The game is never really over until she says it is.

Game on.

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Ally Zetterberg is a British-Swedish writer who grew up in rural Sweden before stumbling on a modeling career that took her all over the world. She somehow ended up in the South of France, where she now lives with three children, a dog, and a cat. She has a degree in psychology and is passionate about writing characters who feel real and who bring a complicated human experience to the page. Ally Zetterberg
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Insta-Coffee In this clever and surprising thriller about the perils of modern dating and the female rage it sometimes inspires, a board game designer starts playing by her own rules, and losers won’t be tolerated.The friendship game. The dating game. The end game. For board game designer Tilda Smith they’re all necessary steps on the path to finding happiness. And by structuring her life according to a set of rules, just like in the games that she loves to create at her job, Tilda can finally win.The only problem? The other players don’t know they’re playing by Tilda’s rules. She’s fair. Very fair, in fact. But then one night her date pushes her too far and she gets just a bit carried away. Any player who disappoints must face consequences, right? But as Tilda finds herself transporting a body in a laundry bag, she has to question how to make the punishment fit the crime.And now someone is watching Tilda and playing a game of their own. Will they turn the tables on her, or can she figure out a way to best them? The game is never really over until she says it is.Game on.Purchase Link: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/788757/the-dating-game-by-ally-zetterberg/Meet the AuthorAlly Zetterberg is a British-Swedish writer who grew up in rural Sweden before stumbling on a modeling career that took her all over the world. She somehow ended up in the South of France, where she now lives with three children, a dog, and a cat. She has a degree in psychology and is passionate about writing characters who feel real and who bring a complicated human experience to the page. Ally Zetterberg##ThrillerBooks ##SuspenseBooks ##booktok ##currentlyreading ##ReadersOfInstagram ##TwistyReads ##ModernDating ##TheDatingGame ##TBR ##BookBlog ##PsychologicalThriller ##crimefiction ##DatingThriller ##newrelease ##bookstagramhttps://coffeetimeromance.com/?p=298030

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Insta-Coffee Title: To Save a Scoundrel`s Soul
Series: Regency Rossingley, Book Four
Author: Fearne Hill
Publisher: NineStar Press
Release Date: 09/01/2026
Heat Level: 3 - Some Sex
Pairing: Male/Male
Length: 308
Genre: Historical, historical romance/British Regency, gay, tall-dark-and-sexy Frenchman, thief, caper, murder mystery, family heirloom, family drama, courtroom drama, gentleman’s club, ballrooms, blackmail, the Ashington Eight (think Ocean’s Eleven), humorous

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London 1825. When a young American heiress arrives at a Society ball draped in long-lost sapphires and diamonds belonging to the late Duchess of Ashington, jaws drop and tempers rise.

Thirty years earlier, those jewels vanished after a deadly shooting party. Now, they’ve resurfaced around the neck of the odious Marquess of Talybridge’s beautiful betrothed.

The current Duke of Ashington wants them back where they belong, and his close friends are only too happy to plot a daring heist on his behalf. But he’s not the only man with his eyes on the prize. A mysterious French viscount, new to London and shrouded in scandal, wants them too.

Enter Mickey Maurice, gambling hell owner Tommy Squire’s right-hand man. Loyal and discreet, Mickey glides through Society largely unobserved. Under the duke’s instruction, he’s tasked with seducing the truth out of the foreigner.

But when secrets, schemes, and seductions collide, the real thief might just be a matter of the heart. And for young Mickey, love might be the riskiest heist of all.

This fourth book in the Rossingley Regency romance series features friends old and new, a jewel heist, and lashings of falling in love. Fearne Hill
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Insta-Coffee Title: To Save a Scoundrel's SoulSeries: Regency Rossingley, Book FourAuthor: Fearne HillPublisher: NineStar PressRelease Date: 09/01/2026Heat Level: 3 - Some SexPairing: Male/MaleLength: 308Genre: Historical, historical romance/British Regency, gay, tall-dark-and-sexy Frenchman, thief, caper, murder mystery, family heirloom, family drama, courtroom drama, gentleman’s club, ballrooms, blackmail, the Ashington Eight (think Ocean’s Eleven), humorousAdd to GoodreadsDescriptionLondon 1825. When a young American heiress arrives at a Society ball draped in long-lost sapphires and diamonds belonging to the late Duchess of Ashington, jaws drop and tempers rise.Thirty years earlier, those jewels vanished after a deadly shooting party. Now, they’ve resurfaced around the neck of the odious Marquess of Talybridge’s beautiful betrothed.The current Duke of Ashington wants them back where they belong, and his close friends are only too happy to plot a daring heist on his behalf. But he’s not the only man with his eyes on the prize. A mysterious French viscount, new to London and shrouded in scandal, wants them too.Enter Mickey Maurice, gambling hell owner Tommy Squire’s right-hand man. Loyal and discreet, Mickey glides through Society largely unobserved. Under the duke’s instruction, he’s tasked with seducing the truth out of the foreigner.But when secrets, schemes, and seductions collide, the real thief might just be a matter of the heart. And for young Mickey, love might be the riskiest heist of all.This fourth book in the Rossingley Regency romance series features friends old and new, a jewel heist, and lashings of falling in love. Fearne Hill##LGBTQBooks ##RegencyRomance ##TBR ##MurderMystery ##booktok ##instacoffee ##gayromance ##HistoricalRomance ##MMRomance ##LGBTQRomance ##BritishRegency ##newrelease ##Romancebooks ##GentlemanThief ##BallroomRomancehttps://coffeetimeromance.com/?p=299628

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